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Preventing abuse and neglect of older adults

… happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … sleeping difficulties, stomach problems, or breathing problems. A neglected older adult may …

Fever or Chills, Age 12 and Older

… are usually taken in older children and adults. Normal body temperature Most people … other symptoms, such as chills, shaking, breathing problems, or confusion, then this may … breathing (more than a stuffy nose)? Yes Difficulty breathing more than a stuffy nose No …

Respiratory Problems, Age 12 and Older

… Check Your Symptoms Overview Most adults and older children have several … high with some infections such as pneumonia. Difficulty breathing . You may notice: Shortness of …

Coughs, Age 12 and Older

… No Recent surgery Are you having trouble breathing (more than a stuffy nose)? Yes Difficulty breathing more than a stuffy nose No … These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall …

Asthma in Children

… information about asthma in teenagers and adults, see the topic Asthma in Teenagers and … Asthma Asthma: Using an Asthma Action Plan Breathing Problems: Helping a Child Use a … breath, which is rapid, shallow breathing or difficulty breathing . Sleep disturbance. …

Asthma in Teenagers and Adults

… information about asthma in teenagers and adults. If you are looking for information … because of coughing or having a hard time breathing. Quickly get tired during exercise. … which is rapid, shallow breathing, or difficulty breathing . Sleep disturbance …

Congenital Heart Defects in Children

… or more of these symptoms: Tiring quickly Difficulty breathing Puffiness or swelling Sweating easily … defects grow up and live healthy lives as adults. But some adults have a shorter lifespan …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… a heat-related illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look … and diarrhea Dizziness, confusion, or difficulty speaking Seizures, fainting, or loss … mouth and tongue Faster heartbeat Shallow breathing (especially with infants) Sunken eyes …

Burns and Electric Shock

… the most common burns to children and older adults. Cold temperature burns are caused by … both a scrape (abrasion) and a heat burn. Breathing in hot air or gases can injure your … breathing (more than a stuffy nose)? Yes Difficulty breathing more than a stuffy nose No …

Facial Injuries

… injuries that occur in older children or adults. Young children are less likely to break … No Symptoms of shock Are you having trouble breathing (more than a stuffy nose)? Yes Difficulty breathing more than a stuffy nose No …